Repurposed Potting Bench

Garden Center

Repurpose an old china cabinet into a peppy potting bench with paint, tile and a few clever DIY ideas. Then add your favorite gardening gadgets and get growing.

What you'll need:

Cabinet (project materials and instructions will vary depending on your piece)

Wood putty and putty knife

100-grit sandpaper

1 quart exterior primer

1 or 2 quarts exterior paint

Wire cutters

Chicken wire (enough to fit windows)

Staple gun and staples

1-inch wood trim

Pin nails

Cabinet knobs and pulls Screwdriver/drill and screws

Hinges

Exterior-grade plywood

Wood glue

Notched trowel

Thinset adhesive

Ceramic tile

Grout mix

Rubber float

Sponge

Grout sealer

Various hooks and shelving for tool storage